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Baseball/SoftballGibson Fans 17, Breaks Koufax's World Series Record
Bob Gibson struck out 17 Detroit Tigers in Game 1 of the 1968 World Series, a 4-0 five-hit shutout that broke Sandy Koufax's single-game record of 15. He fanned the entire Tigers lineup, including Al Kaline three times, and set a mark that stood for more than 50 years.
BaseballRuth Delivers the Called Shot in the 1932 World Series
In Game 3 of the 1932 World Series, Babe Ruth homered off Charlie Root in a moment forever known as the "called shot" — one of baseball's most iconic and debated plays.
BaseballRuth Hits 60th Home Run, a Record for 34 Years
At Yankee Stadium, Babe Ruth hit his 60th home run of the season, setting a single-season record that stood for 34 years until Roger Maris broke it in 1961.
SkateboardingHawk Launches Pro Skater, Skating's Mainstream Gateway
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater debuted on PlayStation and expanded into an 18-title franchise, carrying skateboarding into the mainstream.
Sport ClimbingGarnbret Sweeps Lead and Boulder for Tenth World Title
At the World Championships in Seoul, Garnbret took gold in both lead and boulder, pushing her record senior world title count to ten.
MarathonChepng'etich Wins Marathon Gold in Midnight Heat
Chepng'etich claimed marathon gold in 2:32:43 during the championships' first midnight start, enduring 32.7 °C and 73% humidity. Only 40 of 68 starters reached the finish.
SkateboardingHuston Wins First Street League Title at Fifteen
At just fifteen, Huston claimed the inaugural Street League overall tour title at the Las Vegas finale, closing out the season as champion.
MarathonKipchoge Wins Record Fifth Berlin Marathon Title
Kipchoge claimed his fifth Berlin Marathon title, surpassing every other man in the race's history. The victory cements his standing among the sport's enduring legends.